Garden Inspired Health and Well-Being

Water should always be your most consumed beverage. In fact, for optimal health, weight maintenance and disease prevention, you should aim to drink 1/2 of your body weight in water each and every day. Now, so many people tell me that they don’t like to drink water because it has no flavor, and typically this is from people who’s taste buds have been corrupted by sugar and chemical additives from eating fast and processed foods. The cleaner your diet, the more you will truly enjoy a refreshing glass of plain water.

Now, that being said, flavoring water NATURALLY is easy and can impart your water with a wealth of nutrients from the fresh fruits, fresh veggies and fresh herbs that you infuse your water with. Naturally flavored waters are especially refreshing during the warm summer months, but can certainly be enjoyed any time of the year. And, if you’re trying to lose weight and / or cellulite, these easy flavored water recipes should definitely be your go-to beverage to assist your body with waste and toxin removal.

Of course, you can mix and match other fruits and veggies, as well as other fresh herbs, but these are my favorite single and multi-ingredient water additions to make. Make them by the glass, or by the pitcher, for easy and ready to drink naturally flavored water. You can also make these easy flavored water recipes the night before and keep chilled in a thermos for you to grab and take with you to work or school the next day.